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A review by laudee
Atonement by Ian McEwan
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
I had to read this book for school and did not finish it at first because it is just not my favourite genre. Now, preparing for my finals, I listened to the audiobook and have to appreciate the different narrative perspectives and the interesting approach to atonement. However, I could not get myself to really care for any of the characters and the general theme and pace of the book is just not my cup of tea.
Graphic: Blood, Death, Injury/Injury detail, and War
Moderate: Rape, Animal death, Child death, Sexual assault, Pedophilia, Child abuse, Sexual violence, Death, and Adult/minor relationship